Ferry from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora)
7h · from €15.50 · 1 operator
Kythnos to Naxos at a glance
Ferries from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 09:45. The crossing takes 7h. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €15.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €15.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | €15.50 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kythnos to Naxos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in October (about once a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| November 2025 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| February 2026 | 3 | 3 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| April 2026 | 3 | 3 of 30 | less than once a week |
| May 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Kythnos to Naxos Route Map
Kythnos to Naxos takes around seven hours on the Hellenic Seaways ferry Artemis, crossing from the western Cyclades into the centre of the group with calls on the way. It is a conventional car ferry on a long chain route, so the clock reflects the stops as much as the distance. Deck space and a proper saloon make it a comfortable enough day.
Naxos is the biggest island in the Cyclades and its arrival is one of the more memorable in the Aegean, with the Portara, a huge freestanding marble doorway from an unfinished Temple of Apollo, standing on the islet beside the harbour mouth. The port is right by Naxos Town, with the Venetian Kastro above and the long beaches at Agios Prokopios and Plaka running south. Inland there are mountain villages such as Halki and Apiranthos, and the island grows most of its own food.
The service runs only a couple of times a fortnight, so it is worth pinning down early. Dates, operator and current fares appear in the table below, starting around €15.50. Naxos is a hub in its own right, with onward boats to the small Cyclades, Koufonissia, Schinoussa and Iraklia, as well as Santorini and Mykonos.
Kythnos to Naxos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €15.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €15.50 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Hellenic Seaways
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | passenger | €15.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Weekly Kythnos to Naxos Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 09:45 | 16:45 | 7h | €15.50 | 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Artemis sailing |
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Hiring a car
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kythnos to Naxos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 09:45 | 16:45 | 7h | Artemis | Hellenic Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kythnos to Naxos?
Ferries from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kythnos to Naxos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 October 2026, at 09:45. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Kythnos to Naxos this week?
1 sailing from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kythnos to Naxos?
Scheduled departures from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) leave at 09:45.
How long is the ferry from Kythnos to Naxos?
The crossing from Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) takes 7h.
How much does the Kythnos to Naxos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) ferry start from €15.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kythnos to Naxos route?
The Kythnos (Merichas) to Naxos (Chora) route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kythnos to Naxos ferry
- Snacks in your bag reduce dependency on the onboard cafeteria and save money – nuts, crackers, fruit, and chocolate travel well.
- Children's fares typically apply up to a certain age; above that they are charged the adult rate – enter accurate dates of birth when booking.
- In autumn, the combination of warm sea and cooling air can produce dramatic storms – watch the forecast carefully for trips in October and November.
- Toilets at smaller island ports can be limited and poorly maintained; use facilities at your hotel or a cafe before heading to the port.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
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